Still can't believe that RIT doesn't have a football team. No, flag football doesn't count.
Anyway, seriously, this was my first collegiate football game that I've shot. Given the atmosphere and the access I had at the game, it felt more like a high school game instead of a college game. Plus, my old high school plays their home football games at the same stadium, so that's another reason why I had that feeling.
But don't get me wrong.
The skill level that the Drake Bulldogs and Grand View Vikings have were way much, much better than high school. More deep passes, catches, more brutal tackles, etc.
The Bulldogs defeated the Vikings 28-8, thanks to the outstanding game from Drake's senior quarterback, Mike Piatkowski, who passed for 271 yards and 2 touchdowns.
Here's the photos!
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| Drake quarterback Mike Piatkowski looks for a receiver against Grand View during the 1st quarter at Drake Stadium in Des Moines, Iowa on Thursday, August 30, 2012. |
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| Drake wide receivers Joey Orlando (3) and Nick Rosa (17) celebrate Rosa's receiving touchdown against Grand View during the first quarter at Drake Stadium in Des Moines, Iowa on Thursday, August 30, 2012. |
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| Grand View wide receiver Brady Roland catches a pass while Drake defensive back Michael Roane tries to interfere during the first quarter at Drake Stadium in Des Moines, Iowa on Thursday, August 30, 2012. |
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| Drake wide receiver Nick Rosa catches a deep pass against Grand View during the first quarter at Drake Stadium in Des Moines, Iowa on Thursday, August 30, 2012. |
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| Grand View quarterback Dorian Ballentine drops back against Drake during the second quarter at Drake Stadium in Des Moines, Iowa on Thursday, August 30, 2012. |
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| Grand View wide receiver Brady Roland rushes with the ball against Drake during the third quarter at Drake Stadium in Des Moines, Iowa on Thursday, August 30, 2012. |
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| Drake quarterback Mike Piatkowski is sacked by Grand View linebacker Dudley Bickham during the third quarter at Drake Stadium in Des Moines, Iowa on Thursday, August 30, 2012. |
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| Drake running back T.J. James rushes with the ball against Grand View during the third quarter at Drake Stadium in Des Moines, Iowa on Thursday, August 30, 2012. |
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| Drake running back T.J. James fumbles the ball while Grand View defensive back Patrick Downing tackles him during the third quarter at Drake Stadium in Des Moines, Iowa on Thursday, August 30, 2012. |
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| Drake tight end Gerran Harris holds onto the ball as Grand View defensive back Jessie Rayford brings him down during the fourth quarter at Drake Stadium in Des Moines, Iowa on Thursday, August 30, 2012. |
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| The Drake football team celebrates their 28-8 victory over Grand View with fans after the game at Drake Stadium in Des Moines, Iowa on Thursday, August 30, 2012. |
I might, might be shooting the Roosevelt-Indianola football game tomorrow night, which is also at Drake Stadium. If that's the case, then I'll let you know on my twitter, @dylan_heuer
Also, during the game, I can't help thinking it was the Drake Bulldogs versus the Ohio State Buckeyes. Kudos to anybody who gets it.
